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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1924
Page
6
Premiums awarded across divisions for cattle goats sheep and hogs with grand champion cow profits and best junior calves. Exhibitors include J Boyd J Beve G Boyd and C Bord among others with prizes from Mistletoe Creamery Metger Wres Dallas Fort Worth Swift Company and Texas Creamery of Howston.
Record of awards from a regional poultry show with numerous winners across breeds. Notable names include Pravin Stepienyvi ga headettein land Res M cos ter and J. W. Carson with Golden Laced Wyandottes. Prizes range from a few dollars to ribbons for pullets cockers and hens across White Leghorns Wyandottes Leghorns and bantams.
A long list of items including jars of fruits and vegetables, peaches, apples, jelly, and melons from numerous residents and sellers around General Booth. The record shows many households contributing baskets, plates, and jars, alongside decorative items like quilts and embroidery.
The Comanche Indians defeated San Saba High 15 to 6 on the local field Friday. Hillard scored in the first quarter, Red Marshall kicked goal, and Marshall added a second quarter touchdown. Comanche showed improvement after lineup changes while San Saba fought hard with a fast, aerial attack.
The Comanene Chief lists declared candidates for Democratic primary races. State Senator Walter C. Woodward seeks re-election, with other races including District Attorney Jesse C. Shipman and various county and precinct posts such as County Clerk, Tax Collector Mrs. J. W. Reese, and Commissioner precints 1 2 and 3. Re-elections noted for J. W. Littlejohn and L. Gantz.
Miss Vick McKenzie home demonstration agent served as a judge to acclaim at the Erath County Fair. Mrs J W Luker and Mr H M Bittle of Comanche praised by management for careful exhibit judging. Attendees included Rea Plum and others from Hamilton and Stephenville with complimented livestock displays and singing acts.
At the closing of the fair the official congratulated organizers on a great event and stated readiness to donate tomorrow for next year’s fair.
A greeting from D K Narers to Judge Jno DP Hoff of Comanche Texas acknowledges Hoff’s nomination as president of the Conrad County Free Fall Fair. The note praises the fair’s success and FE exhibit while offering support for future events and urging continued community effort.
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